For pest control in Aberdeenshire, service,sales and advice contact us.
We are a small family business based in rural Aberdeenshire. Despite our country roots we are well able to deal with your pest problems be they in city, town or countryside.
Employing a wide range of techniques, from the traditional use of traps, nets and ferrets, etc. to the most up-to-date technology, we are able to tailor a solution to your particular circumstances and requirements. We can sometimes avoid the use of chemicals with their inherent risk to the wider environment, but they have their place and we use them where appropriate.
All work is performed to the highest professional standards: COSHH and risk assessments are carried out as a matter of routine and we operate in accordance with the appropriate industry Codes of Best Practice.
Whether your requirement is for a one-off treatment to deal with a small domestic pest problem, or a contract for ongoing protection of your shop, restaurant, farm, or other business, we can help. Contact us today.
If you prefer a DIY approach we can supply a range of high quality traps and deterrents, along with advice and training in their use. We also supply a comprehensive range of Electronic Fly Killers and Fly Screens.
CountryWise Tip
Ian says “A mole in light soil can excavate up to 100 metres of tunnel in a day. That means shifting an average of 20 litres of soil per hour over 24 hours.”
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If you need training or on-site advice we will be very happy to assist at reasonably priced hourly rates.
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Rats and mice The main pest species in the UK are the House Mouse and the Brown Rat. In rural areas the Wood Mouse can also be a serious problem when it enters houses and other buildings during the autumn and winter months.
Main problems:
- Gnawing – woodwork, soft furnishings, pipe insulation, etc. and, most worryingly, electric cables. Numerous house-fires, especially in older properties, have been attributed to rodents gnawing through wiring.
- Contamination of human and animal feedstuffs.
- Consumption of stored grain, feedstuffs, etc.
- The spread of disease.
- High reproductive rate allowing rapid recovery from inefficient, partial, control activities.
We provide:
- A rapid response;
- A comprehensive initial survey;
- A solution tailored to your situation and requirements;
- Safe and effective implementation;
- Regular reports;
- Safe disposal of dead rodents
Whether you need a one-off clearance, an on-going control contract, or simply need to purchase some traps to do-it-yourself, contact us today!
Moles are fascinating creatures and superb earth-movers. A mole in light soil can excavate 100 metres of tunnel in a day!
Main problems:
- Blunting/damage to cutting equipment;
- Soil in silage making the feedstock hazardous to livestock;
- Trip/fall hazard to livestock and horses from hills and surface tunnels;
- Damage to playing surfaces on golf courses and other sports facilities;
- Disturbance to plant roots, especially seedlings;
- Aesthetic issues in formal garden areas
Rabbits They may look cute and cuddly but rabbits are a serious pest and land-owners have a legal duty to control them.
Main problems:
- Damage to agriculture: they consume millions of pounds worth of crops each year (10 rabbits eat about the same amount as one sheep);
- Damage to forestry (eating shoots & gnawing bark);
- Undermining roads, buildings, etc.;
- Damage to sports facilities;
- Causing trip hazards to people, horses and livestock;
- Damage to parks, gardens and allotments.
Foxes. Foxes are amazing creatures and a necessary part of our natural environment, but sometimes their habits cause problems and an element of control is necessary.
Main problems:
- Predation of vulnerable and endangered wildlife;
- Predation of domestic livestock , game-birds and pets;
- Spread of disease (to humans through contact with faeces, and to dogs);
- Scattering of refuse (with knock-on disease and rodent issues);
- Noise and smells;
- Damage to gardens
We provide:
- An initial survey and consultation;
- A safe and efficient professional trapping programme;
- Safe disposal of trapped moles.
As traditional mole catchers we specialise in the ancient art of mole catching using traps. We can efficiently deal with mole control on any scale from a single garden mole to hundreds of moles on large farms and estates. We are accredited members of the Guild of British Molecatchers.
For all your mole control requirements, whether it be a one-off clearance, an on-going control contract, or you fancy having a go yourself and need some traps and advice on their use – contact us today!
We provide:
- A comprehensive initial survey;
- A wide range of control options;
- A site-specific control programme tailored to your requirements;
- Efficient, safe implementation to professional standards;
- Safe disposal of target animals.
For all your rabbit control requirements, whether it be a one-off clearance, an on-going control contract, or simply some traps to do-it-yourself, contact us today!
We provide:
- An initial site survey and consultation;
- A range of possible control options;
- A control programme tailored to your situation and requirements;
- Safe, efficient and professional implementation;
- Safe disposal of target animal(s) (if appropriate).
If you have a problem with foxes in town or country, contact us today!
Deer are a valuable part of our natural heritage, but require some management to prevent numbers increasing to the point where they cause serious harm to natural ecosystems, commercial interests and their own health. Occasionally problem individuals require control irrespective of the local population density.
Main problems:
- Damage to young forestry plantations;
- Damage to agricultural crops;
- Prevention of natural regeneration in woodlands;
- Damage to parks, gardens and allotments;
- Ill health (in the deer themselves) due to over-population;
- Road traffic accidents.
We provide:
- An initial site survey and consultation;
- A cull programme to your requirements;
- Safe, effective and professional implementation in accordance with Deer Commission for Scotland Best Practice Guidance;
- Disposal of carcasses (if required).
If you have a problem with deer requiring control action, or wish to put in place a management contract to prevent problems developing, contact us today!
Birds can cause a wide variety of problems depending on the species, the location and the time of year.
Main problems:
- Predation of vulnerable and endangered wildlife (corvids, gulls);
- Damage/consumption of crops (corvids, pigeons, geese);
- Consumption of livestock feeds and stored produce(corvids, pigeons, gulls, sparrows, starlings);
- Contamination of feedstuffs and stored products (feral pigeons, sparrows, starlings);
- Damage to buildings and vehicles from droppings (feral pigeons, gulls, sparrows, starlings);
- Spread of disease through contact with droppings (feral pigeons, gulls, sparrows, starlings);
- Injury and alarm caused by aggressive birds (gulls);
We provide:
- An initial survey and consultation;
- A wide range of control options;
- A recommended solution tailored to your circumstances and requirements;
- Safe, effective and professional implementation;
- Safe disposal of target birds (if appropriate).
Whether you require a one-off clearance, an on-going control contract, or wish to purchase agricultural bird deterrents, contact us today!
Wasps are useful social insects preying on many garden and agricultural pests. However they can be a nuisance (or even a danger to those allergic to their stings) when they choose to nest in, or near, houses or places of work. We all know what a problem they can be from mid-summer onwards for outdoor activities such as picnics, barbecues, etc.
We provide:
- A rapid response;
- An initial site survey;
- Quick and effective eradication of nests;
- Elimination of wasps in problem areas away from nest sites.
For all your wasp control requirements, be it a one-off treatment, a contract for on-going control, or you wish to purchase a highly effective wasp trap, contact us today!
Bees are not usually categorised as pests, being almost entirely beneficial insects performing the vital function of pollination. Honey-bees and Bumblebees are those most likely to cause concern when they decide to nest in, or near, homes or work-places. Many bee species are currently in decline, and action should only be taken against them when absolutely necessary.
We provide:
- A rapid response;
- An initial site survey;
- A recommended plan of action;
- Liaison with local bee-keepers (if honey-bees involved);
- Relocation of nests/swarms if possible (honey-bees and bumblebees);
- Effective treatment of nests (only as a matter of last resort);
- Post-treatment proofing/comb-removal where possible (honey-bees).
For all your bee control requirements contact us today!
Flies are amongst the most dangerous of pests due to their excellent mobility and habit of constantly moving from filth to food. In this way disease causing organisms are transferred onto food and food preparation surfaces.
We provide:
- An initial site survey;
- Recommendation for problem solution and future prevention;
- Appropriate treatment including source removal, pesticide application, sales and service contracts for electronic fly killers and fly screens.
For all your fly control requirements, contact us today!
Others. There are far too many potential pest species to mention individually (especially insects), but if you have a problem with a creature that isn’t mentioned on the homepage contact us – we may well be able to help.
Two mammals worth a specific mention are Grey Squirrels and Mink: they are both alien species to the UK and are having a serious detrimental impact on our native wildlife as well as various commercial interests. We can provide a comprehensive control programme for both these species.
Some mammals (such as Badgers and Bats) and most birds are fully protected by law, but can nevertheless cause problems in some circumstances. Contact us if you are having problems: we can usually offer advice and there may well be some action that can be taken.
Bed bugs are an increasing problem in many places. If you have a problem with bed bugs or other insects contact us today.
We can help!
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